Transnet Graduate Internship Opportunity 2025
Additional Information
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Division: Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA)
Position: Graduate Intern – Finance Department
Reference Number: req3026
Closing Date: 30 May 2025
Reporting to: Human Resources Business Partner
Employment Type: Internship (24-Month Programme)
Grade: INT
EE Target: Preference given to KwaZulu-Natal-based applicants and designated groups, including People with Disabilities
Background & Job Description
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA), a vital division within the broader Transnet SOC Ltd, is offering a transformative Graduate Internship Programme 2025 for unemployed South African graduates seeking to build real-world experience in the field of Accounting and Finance.
The internship aims to develop young professionals by assigning them to trained mentors and exposing them to a structured learning and development framework at the Port of Durban. Over the 24-month programme, interns will learn how to navigate corporate environments while contributing meaningfully to the TNPA’s operational goals.
This opportunity is ideal for ambitious graduates looking to gain practical skills in one of South Africa’s leading state-owned logistics companies.
Tasks
Graduate interns will engage in multiple learning and development activities, including but not limited to:
- Participating in a structured 24-month workplace training programme
- Completing all activities and tasks as outlined in the personal development plan
- Attending regular performance reviews and assessments
- Supporting finance department functions under supervision
- Providing assistance on financial data collection and processing
- Shadowing and learning from qualified finance professionals
- Executing additional tasks as required by the HR Business Partner and TNPA
Qualifications
To qualify for the Finance Internship at Transnet (req3026), applicants must meet the following academic criteria:
- National Diploma or Degree in Accounting or a related field
- Must be between 18 and 35 years old
- Must be a South African citizen
- People with Disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
- Must have no prior work experience in the field of study
- Preference will be granted to candidates residing in KwaZulu-Natal province
Experience
This is an entry-level graduate programme, and prior work experience in accounting or finance is not required. Instead, the programme is designed to provide first-time work experience for recent graduates who are passionate about starting a career in finance within the maritime and logistics sector.
However, the ideal candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to function well in a team environment
- Effective problem-solving capabilities
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn
Brief Company Contact Details
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA)
Port of Durban – Human Resources Department
Website: www.transnet.net
Contact Centre: 0860 109 090
Note: It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure their application is received before the closing date (30 May 2025).
